Pine Tree Body Piercing is a private, appointment-based, full-service body piercing studio based in Portland, Maine. Our jewelry is exclusively curated to be the highest quality and value possible; and sourced from people we actually know and trust. All services provided are fully disposable to ensure the safest experience possible.

Hey guys! I finally went ahead and did the thing I have been saying I want to do for a decade now: I opened my own shop in Portland, Maine.

Originally from Binghamton, NY, I started working at a great piercing studio there in 2007. I began piercing in 2009 and have been all over New England, the greater North East Region, and have been able to travel all over the place working as a guest at prestigious studios and touring with premium jewelry manufacturers.

A lot has changed in the world, and in body piercing, in those years. Everything has become a product and an image to be bought and sold. Living intentionally becomes harder with each passing moment as we surround ourselves with products and messages glorifying consumption; and piercing has not been spared this fate. More and more it is harder to distinguish what is real; what is quality; and who to trust to provide the highest level of expertise a craft has to offer.

With this project I would like to make a few statements of commitment to our clients and the piercing industry as a whole.

The first is that I refuse to shrink myself and what I offer to the wonderful people that share this space with me in order to be more palatable to some flat chic or feigned luxury aesthetic. We will provide a truly quality experience in a unique space, surrounded by carefully and sustainably curated things. Our jewelry will only come from people I have actually met and worked with; be sourced as locally as possible, and never from some corporate umbrella company. We are also working to eliminate plastic use and waste in our studio in as many safe ways as possible. I promise to never use a fake customer service voice and always speak to you, work with you, and listen to you as not only my client, but as part of my community, in good faith, like a person. Real connections come from real intentions and surroundings and actions. I will continue, as I always have, to welcome other piercers into the space to shadow and share ideas, to uphold community values between piercers, and to remind anyone here that badmouthing other studios is not welcome. This is a safe space for everyone; unless you have a problem with safe spaces, then I would suggest you take your business elsewhere. I commit to doing everything I can to make this the coolest piercing studio that I can.

Dustin Schoelier - Piercer/Founder

Testimonials

  • "I was quite nervous for my triangle piercing because as a trans person, the idea of showing your genitals to your stranger is a scary one, but Dustin made me feel as comfortable as possible throughout the whole process. They are super personable and down to earth, and I was able to get to know a bit about their passion for gender affirmative genital piercings while chatting with them which made me feel even safer in their hands and glad I went to them for this sensitive piercing. I got the piercing almost a year ago and it has healed very well and is super functional and fun to play with!"

    Leigh

  • "A queer friendly space with an amazing human being who is thorough in their process every step of the way. This is after all a [serious] procedure, you want someone who is going to care for your skin and not just your wallet. Dustin is exactly this, educated, funny, and dedicated to the craft of piercing. Thank you for such an incredible experience and expansive knowledge on piercing all parts."

    Kyle

  • "I had always wanted my cheeks pierced for as long as I can remember. I finally near my 40th decided to get them done when I was home in Maine (I live in Las Vegas) ... I booked the appointment and found out you were my piercer and I was so excited. Not only were you so informative but you made me feel super comfortable. The piercings were easy breezy at least on my end. I know it's not a common piercing so I'm not sure how you felt but you did a fantastic job! Months later I'm still completely in love with them and the crew in Las Vegas that you recommended have been taking great care of me! So thank you Dustin, every time I have an extra cute day because of my cheeks I think of you."

    Taylor

  • "At the time I had gotten [my VCH] it was more of a connection with my femininity. As I've grown to discover that I don't fully identify as being a woman and connect more with gender non-binary. This piercing represents more of a reminder of the balance of feminine and masculine. I think it actually helps ease some gender dysphoria ... it's probably my most meaningful piercing."

    Mel

  • "Honestly, there are so many ways my piercings have changed my life. When you did my first lorum, it was a time where I was figuring myself out sexually, spiritually, and emotionally. You did such an amazing job with it too. I really wanted an apadravya, because of it's history in Indian culture, and you doing such a good job the first time made me feel safe to come back and get it. Every day, I'm thankful for all my piercings. They feel like a part of who I am as a person and they've done so much to teach me about myself ... Learning about these piercings while talking to you has lead me to tell other people about them and for many others, those piercings have also improve their lives. I can't imagine myself without my piercings at this point and they just bring me so much joy."

    Nishant

  • "Played Maine hardcore music while piercing my tragus, rad asf experience and it healed perfectly."

    Alina

  • "You did my lip in high school. Pretty sure the only reason why Kenzie gave me a shot. Could say you're the reason for our marriage, therefore reason for our children."

    Tim

  • "I am so grateful for the experience of getting my septum pierced with you. I had wanted this piercing for so long but was honestly too nervous to take the plunge that I wore a fake one for a while just to see how it would feel. Other than my ears, I didn't have any piercings, so this was a big step for me. I really appreciate how kind and gentle you were throughout the process. You took the time to walk me through everything, which made me feel so much more at ease. I literally couldn't be happier with the result. This piercing has changed the way I see myself in the best way, and I'm so glad I finally did it."

    Eloise

  • "You are extremely talented at what you do. Always walked me through the process and made it easy. Can't wait to drive up to see you soon for more."

    Christian

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